Acer 'Orido-nishiki'

Acer palmatum is a deciduous, woody shrub native to parts of Asia and Russia. There are many garden-worthy cultivars available, which have been bred for their leaf shapes and colours.

Acer 'Orido-nishiki' has pretty cream and pink variegated leaves in spring, which darkens to pink, white and green in summer. It's well suited to growing in small gardens, and may also be grown in a large pot.

For best results, grow 'Orido-nishiki' in sun or partial shade, and protect it from the harshest winds, which may cause leaf scorch.